wendy not in HI Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Wednesday! I made it to my 6:15am boxing class and it was good. Not as intense as yesterday, which was nice. I think he was taking it easy on me since it was two days in a row - I usually go Mon and Weds. I'm a little stiff through my neck and shoulders from yesterday. And I did my morning stretching. I've been drinking my water. Took my vitamins, so I'm feeling good. For the rest of the day, I need to charge up my fitbit so I can get credit for all of my steps!! I have several errands that will keep me on my feet, and I'll do my evening stretching before bed. No sugar day 3 = so far so good 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Pure Barre class this morning. :zombie: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 I took my dc and friends for a cross-country ski in the nearby "mountains" this morning. It was glorious! Fresh powder, not too cold, and we had the trails to ourselves. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendedforecast Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 I'm extremely sore today. I went ahead and went to class today because I knew it was going to be less intense than yesterday. We worked core today, so lots of planks and Pilates moves and very little running. I came home and put in a premade meal from HEB - chicken breast stuffed with asparagus, prosciutto (so?) and some type of cheese that I can't recall. It was so yummy I wanted more. Yesterday I ate out with dh. We had etoufee and gumbo and bread. The only good thing I can say about that is that we ate it earlier in the day. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Better today. Yesterday I did get my steps in and I made 4 mason jar salads (because I had 4 jars). Today I did a cardio workout and some knee strengthening exercises from YouTube videos (jessicasmithtv) and had one of my salads for lunch. Based on where I am now, I know I'll get my steps before the day ends. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 After lunch I sent the kids outside and did Day 1 of my Couch to 5K program. I grumbled and fussed about it, but I'm glad I did it when I did because the slight headache I had earlier today has taken a turn for the worse and there's no way I'd be doing it now. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted February 2, 2017 Author Share Posted February 2, 2017 I had to be at work early this morning so I skipped my AM workout. I was dragging all afternoon and debated just taking a rest day today. Right when I was contemplating putting on pjs, I was asked to go play tennis. Woot woot! Being with my tennis buddies is exactly what I needed today. My plan for tomorrow is cardio & strength training at the Y at 6:45am. I have my breakfast and lunch planned. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondeviolin Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I wanna play! I regularly hit my 10,000 steps so I'd like to up my goal to a consistent 14,000 steps. I also need to make sure that eat enough calories. I often end up 500 calories short even after dinner and dessert! I'd like to also make sure I'm take 2,000 iu of Vitamin D on top of my other meds and vitamins. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 My Dh, God bless him, came home last night with two Snicker Ice Cream bars!!! To be fair, we have a bad habit of nighttime snacking and he was just trying to do something nice. But I told him he couldn't bring me anymore snacks. He made the extreme sacrifice and ate both of them. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 After lunch I sent the kids outside and did Day 1 of my Couch to 5K program. I grumbled and fussed about it, but I'm glad I did it when I did because the slight headache I had earlier today has taken a turn for the worse and there's no way I'd be doing it now. Yay! You are awesome. I adore Couch to 5K! It made me a runner. I hated running when I started, and I couldn't even run the full 60 seconds and spent the entire recovery period gasping for air. :-) 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Yay! You are awesome. I adore Couch to 5K! It made me a runner. I hated running when I started, and I couldn't even run the full 60 seconds and spent the entire recovery period gasping for air. :-) Same here! I started the Couch to 10K back in May and I absolutely love running now. And I really, really hated it before. I had to do some weeks twice because my progress was so slow in the beginning, but now I can run for over an hour and I feel great. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 My Dh, God bless him, came home last night with two Snicker Ice Cream bars!!! To be fair, we have a bad habit of nighttime snacking and he was just trying to do something nice. But I told him he couldn't bring me anymore snacks. He made the extreme sacrifice and ate both of them. Such a sacrifice. My DH has finally decided that he's tired of his extra 20 pounds, so he's no longer sitting next to me in the evening snacking while I drink my tea and try to pretend I don't want what he's having. :-) I'm so grateful! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I was at the gym for strength training yesterday and I got out and ran this morning. I was worried about being sore - I fell down a few stairs on Tuesday and hurt my tailbone and shoulder, but I was fine - yay! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 (edited) Couch to 5K is a great program! I've tried it twice, and it did make me love running, despite hating running before. The problem that I always have is that I hurt my ankle. I must have weak ankles, because it's the same story every time I attempt it. Any advice for rehabilitating weak/injured ankles? My husband's advice (and I should mention he's been a serious runner, as in marathon runner, for decades!) was to run only uphill for awhile. That way it's lower impact. That sounds reasonable to me, so I'm going to give that a try. Anything else I should do? ETA: I realized that I should probably explain that the hills he's talking about, here where we live, are extremely gentle. This isn't much of a slope at all! Edited February 2, 2017 by Greta 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Couch to 5K is a great program! I've tried it twice, and it did make me love running, despite hating running before. The problem that I always have is that I hurt my ankle. I must have weak ankles, because it's the same story every time I attempt it. Any advice for rehabilitating weak/injured ankles? My husband's advice (and I should mention he's been a serious runner, as in marathon runner, for decades!) was to run only uphill for awhile. That way it's lower impact. That sounds reasonable to me, so I'm going to give that a try. Anything else I should do? ETA: I realized that I should probably explain that the hills he's talking about, here where we live, are extremely gentle. This isn't much of a slope at all! I switched to minimalist shoes out of desperation to address my foot problems. I kept getting hurt just increasing my walking (weak ankles, easily injured arches, cranky knees). When I did C25K the first time, I was practically hobbled by the end of it. Since I'd spent the previous several years buying more and more supportive shoes trying to stop getting hurt, I decided to go the complete opposite direction and bought Vibram 5 Finger shoes. It took me several months to transition (I'd carry my old shoes and switch the minute my feet or calves got sore), but I developed much stronger feet and ankles. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 My dh and I played singles tennis this morning for about 1.75 hours. It was great fun and a good work-out. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I switched to minimalist shoes out of desperation to address my foot problems. I kept getting hurt just increasing my walking (weak ankles, easily injured arches, cranky knees). When I did C25K the first time, I was practically hobbled by the end of it. Since I'd spent the previous several years buying more and more supportive shoes trying to stop getting hurt, I decided to go the complete opposite direction and bought Vibram 5 Finger shoes. It took me several months to transition (I'd carry my old shoes and switch the minute my feet or calves got sore), but I developed much stronger feet and ankles. I do prefer light-weight, flexible running shoes, but I've never gone as far as Vibram 5 Finger. Might be worth a shot! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndGenHomeschooler Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Yesterday was an almost total bust here. 🙠I ate a decent breakfast, practiced karate for 10-15 minutes, and didn't eat any of the ice cream DH brought home for the kids but that was the extent of the good stuff. I only drank about 24oz of water, didn't do my workout, ate the rest of the pizza to stop my DC from fighting over it, and a hamburger with the works for dinner because I was starving (it was supposed to be a burger on a salad - no cheese, no bun). Typically yesterday's failure would mean I'd give up on the rest of the week and sleep in, skip workouts, and eat whatever I wanted. This time I'm trying to bounce back faster. Today I got up on time and did my workout, ate a good breakfast and took my vitamins, and have 24oz of water down already. I have a good lunch and dinner planned too. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Couch to 5K is a great program! I've tried it twice, and it did make me love running, despite hating running before. The problem that I always have is that I hurt my ankle. I must have weak ankles, because it's the same story every time I attempt it. You could work on strengthening the muscles around the ankle joints and the front of the lower leg. You can use tension bands, for example. This may also help prevent other things, such as shin splints. Perhaps looking at your running gait mechanics would be useful, too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outdoorsy Type Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I'm going to try to join with you guys. I'm recovering from a sudden illness, but I hope to be back on my feet soon. My goals: Eat more fruits/vegetables Cut down on sugar/dessert Train for half marathon The positive outcome of my illness is that I'm off of my diet soda addiction. I have heard that diet soda makes you hungrier, so maybe that little switch will help. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondeviolin Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I was pretty good yesterday. I got all of my water in and made my 14,000 step goal. I even had the frame of mind to check my calories before bed and eat something else to avoid being at a severe deficit. Now if I could just not be so exhausted by 9pm. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendedforecast Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I said no to my workout and yes to desperately needed sleep. I will try to either go into the garage and do my arm workout or run at some point today. My legs are still extremely sore. Last night dh and I were watching TV on the big chair in our room, and he squeezed my thigh playfully, causing me to howl in pain. Poor dh apologized claiming he forgot I was sore and also thought the soreness should be gone by now. I made a mental note that I should complain about muscle soreness more often in the future to hopefully prevent this, lol. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 You could work on strengthening the muscles around the ankle joints and the front of the lower leg. You can use tension bands, for example. This may also help prevent other things, such as shin splints. Perhaps looking at your running gait mechanics would be useful, too. Thank you! I'll look up some tension-band exercises that I could do. Any suggestions on how a person could go about examining their gait mechanics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I did weights today: weighted step-ups and glute bridge, lat pull-downs, chest press, overhead press, biceps curls, tricep cable-pulls, planks. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendedforecast Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 (edited) Thank you! I'll look up some tension-band exercises that I could do. Any suggestions on how a person could go about examining their gait mechanics? A running coach would help with that. I read about the existence of running coaches a couple of years ago. The only other thing I can think of is to go to a running store where they will analyze your gait to properly fit you in/for/? (not sure which preposition to use) shoes. Edited February 2, 2017 by extendedforecast 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Thank you! I'll look up some tension-band exercises that I could do. Any suggestions on how a person could go about examining their gait mechanics? I went to my friend who is a track coach, and she gave me some great suggestions. It was really worthwhile. I've run 2 marathons and numerous half marathons injury-free. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Went for a walk with dh today. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plink Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I've reached my goals 3 of 4 days this week so far - a win in my world. My camel-like habits are kicking my rear, though. My lips are peeling and my skin is dry. I really, really hate cold water, so I'm going to try switching to hot, which I've always thought of as something to have when relaxing, and see if it will trick me into drinking more. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YaelAldrich Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Couch to 5K is a great program! I've tried it twice, and it did make me love running, despite hating running before. The problem that I always have is that I hurt my ankle. I must have weak ankles, because it's the same story every time I attempt it. Any advice for rehabilitating weak/injured ankles? My husband's advice (and I should mention he's been a serious runner, as in marathon runner, for decades!) was to run only uphill for awhile. That way it's lower impact. That sounds reasonable to me, so I'm going to give that a try. Anything else I should do? ETA: I realized that I should probably explain that the hills he's talking about, here where we live, are extremely gentle. This isn't much of a slope at all! Ditto on the Five Fingers. I went from orthotics and being able to run less than 3 miles and be in pain to running as long as I like with no ankle injuries. In one of the barefoot running books, there are a bunch of exercises to strengthen the foot/lower leg. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 A running coach would help with that. I read about the existence of running coaches a couple of years ago. The only other thing I can think of is to go to a running store where they will analyze your gait to properly fit you in/for/? (not sure which preposition to use) shoes. I went to my friend who is a track coach, and she gave me some great suggestions. It was really worthwhile. I've run 2 marathons and numerous half marathons injury-free. Ditto on the Five Fingers. I went from orthotics and being able to run less than 3 miles and be in pain to running as long as I like with no ankle injuries. In one of the barefoot running books, there are a bunch of exercises to strengthen the foot/lower leg. This is great -- thank you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Three mile run and upper body weights today. I'm exhausted for some reason, so I think I'm going to plan for a very early bedtime. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Couch to 5K is a great program! I've tried it twice, and it did make me love running, despite hating running before. The problem that I always have is that I hurt my ankle. I must have weak ankles, because it's the same story every time I attempt it. Any advice for rehabilitating weak/injured ankles? My husband's advice (and I should mention he's been a serious runner, as in marathon runner, for decades!) was to run only uphill for awhile. That way it's lower impact. That sounds reasonable to me, so I'm going to give that a try. Anything else I should do? ETA: I realized that I should probably explain that the hills he's talking about, here where we live, are extremely gentle. This isn't much of a slope at all! P90X is the only program to have ever strengthened my ankles and lower back. Sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frugalmamatx Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 2 half mile walks today plus walking all over the grocery store. Counting it as workout. My fitbit comes tomorrow - I am so excited! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendy not in HI Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 (edited) I went to the gym this morning for my step/bootcamp class. It was awesome! I got there about 20 minutes early, so I ran a mile and a half on the treadmill. Before Christmas, I was running at a 12 min mile pace and needed to walk after each lap. Today I was able to run the entire mile at a 10 minute pace with some 8 minute mile intervals! It was on a treadmill, and I don't really think that's the same as running outside. But it's all cold and snowy here, so I'm not going to try it at a track for a while, but I'm hoping by the spring I will be ready to start training for a half marathon. I also did my stretching Then I went out to lunch with a friend and did not eat the bread that came with my salad. It was a great salad, even without the bread. I am behind on my water drinking, and I better catch up quick because I'll have to get up all night if I drink too much late in the day! No sugar day 4 Edited February 2, 2017 by wendy not in HI 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 P90X is the only program to have ever strengthened my ankles and lower back. Sorry. Well you have said so many great things about this program, I should just go ahead and give it a try! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Well you have said so many great things about this program, I should just go ahead and give it a try!Check your library! It's old. And expensive. :glare: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 My turn for the cold going around my house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Totally going to brag. Just warning you. I usually do my C25K during the kids' quiet time. But we have Co-op today, then Dance class, then groceries, then collapsing in an exhausted heap. So despite it "not being how it's done" I put my oldest in charge of the youngest, put in an episode of Last Airbender for my boys and finished Week 1 this morning! I'm very proud of myself! I didn't put it off, I made fitness a priority and did what I committed to do. Hooray for me! It'll also make it easier to resit the tasty treats in the Teacher's Lounge at Co-op today because I won't want to negate all the good work I did. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 (edited) Note to self: Don't take a Pure Barre class unless you have had more than three hours of sleep. :ack2: Edited February 3, 2017 by trulycrabby 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Note to self: Don't take a Pure Barre class unless you have had more than three hours of sleep. :ack2: I have heard that Barre is not for the faint of heart! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Totally going to brag. Just warning you. I usually do my C25K during the kids' quiet time. But we have Co-op today, then Dance class, then groceries, then collapsing in an exhausted heap. So despite it "not being how it's done" I put my oldest in charge of the youngest, put in an episode of Last Airbender for my boys and finished Week 1 this morning! I'm very proud of myself! I didn't put it off, I made fitness a priority and did what I committed to do. Hooray for me! It'll also make it easier to resit the tasty treats in the Teacher's Lounge at Co-op today because I won't want to negate all the good work I did. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 This morning was a "push" day at the gym followed by 20 min of hill sprints on the bike. I was able to overhead press 20lb dumbbells for reps for the first time ever :D I had been stuck at 15s (and 30lb barbell) for months. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Ok - main goal today is stay low-carb. I reached my goal weight before Christmas and have had too many carbapalooza moments since then. I have a sugar problem so need to stop cold turkey and get back to eating well. I made it to the gym today and got some steps in on the treadmill before my class. Planning to run 10k tomorrow morning, but my tailbone is still sore from falling down 3 steps so I am not going to push it if I feel any pain running. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Well you have said so many great things about this program, I should just go ahead and give it a try! You could try it for free by signing up for a free trial with Beachbody on Demand. They offer a 30 day trial. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 I do prefer light-weight, flexible running shoes, but I've never gone as far as Vibram 5 Finger. Might be worth a shot! Do you have soft, dirt trails available nearby? I love CP25K but what made it hard for me originally was plantar fascitis. Once I licked that, I got back to running, and then got derailed by hip bursitis. The only real cure for that is rest, so now that I'm rested I've realized that if I move on soft trails it makes a big difference in my reinjury rate. I'm not back to CP25K though--I also need to avoid high impact AND alternating feet, so for my intense exercise I use my Healthrider (for which both legs push together), and then on the soft trails I walk fast but don't run, and try for low impact a la Barefoot Running. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted February 3, 2017 Author Share Posted February 3, 2017 I overate a bit yesterday due to stress(1400 cals consumed). I did make my morning Y workout but that was it. I cam home from work feeling poorly (so many students are ill and still attending class; it's a mixed blessing) and so I took a hot shower and put on comfortable clothes. I'm still not feeling myself today but I'm going to try to make up for yesterday. I played 2 hours of doubles tennis and I'm going to head to the Y after lunch for some more cardio (Stationary bike) and some strength training. I have lunched planned but have not yet decided on dinner. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 I've reached my goals 3 of 4 days this week so far - a win in my world. My camel-like habits are kicking my rear, though. My lips are peeling and my skin is dry. I really, really hate cold water, so I'm going to try switching to hot, which I've always thought of as something to have when relaxing, and see if it will trick me into drinking more. I drink water room at room temperature. I don't like cold water either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Yesterday was cardio, today is Tai Cheng. I have heard that Barre is not for the faint of heart! I took one once thinking that it would be easy because it looked easy. I had no idea I was that stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 You could try it for free by signing up for a free trial with Beachbody on Demand. They offer a 30 day trial. Thanks for the suggestion! Do you have soft, dirt trails available nearby? I love CP25K but what made it hard for me originally was plantar fascitis. Once I licked that, I got back to running, and then got derailed by hip bursitis. The only real cure for that is rest, so now that I'm rested I've realized that if I move on soft trails it makes a big difference in my reinjury rate. I'm not back to CP25K though--I also need to avoid high impact AND alternating feet, so for my intense exercise I use my Healthrider (for which both legs push together), and then on the soft trails I walk fast but don't run, and try for low impact a la Barefoot Running. I live near an open space area with dirt trails, and that's where I normally run. Most of it is packed dirt, but there are some places with loose sand (I live in the desert), and scattered rocks can be a problem. So I almost wondered if I should try running on neighborhood sidewalks instead. I don't like the idea of running on sidewalks, though, so maybe I'll stick with the trails, and just try to be more careful of rocks and sandy areas. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 (edited) I'm jealous - you guys must have access to far more interesting/challenging Barre classes than I do! The ones at my gym were so easy and boring that I gave up on them. I like the idea of barre, but the reality was pretty dull. It was more stretching than it was exercising, and I don't like stretching! ETA: Before I got my current gym membership, I tried out a few classes at a Barre studio. Now those classes were HARD! I got a package deal that was like ten classes at a discounted price. In those ten classes, I never got past the beginner level! But I couldn't afford to keep going at full price. So we ended up at our current gym, which has a lot more to offer for about half the price. But the Barre classes there are pretty lousy. Edited February 3, 2017 by Greta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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